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Sandy Maya's Dance
where Bellydance meets Showdance
Class Categories
Strictly bellydance classes
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Dance Workshops
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Belly-Line-Dance sessions
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Rehearsal sessions
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Can't commit to a complete choreography term?
Individual sessions are available. Here are some drop in options for you
Individual sessions are available. Here are some drop in options for you
Participation in any sessions require your agreement to the waiver and disclaimer document to ensure risk awareness.
If you have signed up for your session online, you have automatically agreed to the terms and conditions.
If you have signed up for your session online, you have automatically agreed to the terms and conditions.
Availability only on certain weekdays?
Check your options for the day of your choice
Complete beginner? These classes are suitable for you
Participation in any sessions require your agreement to the waiver and disclaimer document to ensure risk awareness.
If you have signed up for your session online, you have automatically agreed to the terms and conditions.
If you have signed up for your session online, you have automatically agreed to the terms and conditions.
Private sessions
FAQ's:
What is included?
Sandy can customize the session to your level/requirements: A full hour can consist/include any of the following:
Learn the basic moves of bellydance,
including warm up and cool down,
Learning a choreography,
Customizing a choreography for you to your favourite song.
Assisting you to create your own choreography,
finesse your dance technique.
Bellydance drills to develop specific areas
Introduction to props and dancing with props
Missed attending a workshop but would like to learn the routine? You can book private sessions with me.
Where are 1 to 1 classes held?
At Sandy Maya's home studio in Lower Earley, RG6 area
( Full address to be provided only once a session is booked )
What is included?
Sandy can customize the session to your level/requirements: A full hour can consist/include any of the following:
Learn the basic moves of bellydance,
including warm up and cool down,
Learning a choreography,
Customizing a choreography for you to your favourite song.
Assisting you to create your own choreography,
finesse your dance technique.
Bellydance drills to develop specific areas
Introduction to props and dancing with props
Missed attending a workshop but would like to learn the routine? You can book private sessions with me.
Where are 1 to 1 classes held?
At Sandy Maya's home studio in Lower Earley, RG6 area
( Full address to be provided only once a session is booked )
Weekly classes or Ad hoc sessions at the following locations:
MP=Maiden Place in Lower Earley
StP= St. Peter's Church in Earley
KS= Kendrick School in Reading
HS = Home studio Lower Earley
Satnav Post codes:
MP: RG6 3HE / StP: RG6 1EY / KS: RG1 5BN / PS: RG6 3*
MP=Maiden Place in Lower Earley
StP= St. Peter's Church in Earley
KS= Kendrick School in Reading
HS = Home studio Lower Earley
Satnav Post codes:
MP: RG6 3HE / StP: RG6 1EY / KS: RG1 5BN / PS: RG6 3*
Spring Student Showcase - 17th May 2026
£15.50
A Showcase for Sandy Maya's Dance students and our local dance community who are looking for a chance to showcase their talent.
The Showcase is held at
Location: Alan Cornish Theatre in Woodley
Headley Rd, Woodley, RG5 4JZ ( Parking at the Oakwood Centre ) and cross over the park to the venue by foot. It's a 3 minute walk.
This is a 2 hour event and starts at 1:15pm and ends at 3:15pm
Doors open at 12:50pm
Tickets are required for dancers and spectators of all ages as this is a theatre with limited capacity, once all seats are gone, there is no room to add to it.
The wheel chair space is now reserved, so only regular seats are available for this show.
Apologies if this causes inconvenience.
The venue has an in-house cafe, where you can get refreshments
before and after the event as well as during the break.
Please note that no food is allowed in the theatre itself.
For performance slots, please contact Sandy.
Maiden Place Rehearsal session PAYG
£11.50
Rehearsal sessions are available to students who have learned dances at workshops and need to practise before an upcoming performance.
The dates are advertised on the What's On section as well as the "rehearsal sessions" section and are being shared within the dance community by Sandy in advance of them taking place.
Only valid for rehearsal sessions at Maiden Place in Lower Earley
Maiden Place function room at MP
MP=Maiden Place in Lower Earley
Satnav Post code:
MP: RG6 3HE
Upcoming rehearsal dates for 10 year anniversary show:
Tuesday, 22nd July 7-8pm at MP
Tuesday, 29th July 7-8pm at MP
Monday, 1st Sep 7-8pm at MP
This is an add on session ( no purchase required )
Sunday, 7th September 10am-11:45am at Loddon Hall in Twyford
Lambada fusion Workshop 2026
£35.00
Lambada fusion Workshop
Session type: Learn a group choreography
Style: Modern bellydance with influence of Lambada moves
When: Sunday, 8th February 2026 at 1pm
Duration: 3 hours
Where: St Peter's Church, Earley
Additional info:
All levels welcome, but not suitable for complete beginners.
Performance opportunities to be confirmed.
Home studio rehearsal - max 5 people - imaginary props ( not valid for Maiden Place sessions )
£10.00
This is an extension to the rehearsals run at Maiden Place.
As it is tricky to book a room at a time that fits everyone, I am adding some dates at my home studio, so that everyone gets a chance to rehearse.
Only valid at Hawkedon Way Home Studio for a small number of people
Rehearsing at my home studio means space limitation and props cannot be used as it would implicate health and safety.
If you sign up for these rehearsal sessions you are aware of space restriction and needing to go over the routines without props.
These sessions cost less than the in studio classes for that reason.
Upcoming dates:
Tuesday, 2nd September 7pm-8pm
Appreciation donation
£1.11 - £55.55
Some people call it "tips" or "buy me a coffee"
If you feel like you would like to express your appreciation of any of my services, be it classes, event organisation, choreographies, inspiration, video or photography services, then please feel free to donate. Any amount will be greatly appreciated and will help me continue to do and share what I love most: Bring the joy of dance to all people.
Belly-Line-Dance session 9th February at 7pm
£11.50
Belly-Line-Dance
( 5 spaces available )
Session type: Repetitive, combo to an upbeat song for a fun cardio workout.
When: Monday, 9th February 2026 at 7pm
Option 1: Monday, 9th October 2026 at 12noon ( book here )
Option 2: Monday, 9th October 2026 at 7pm
Duration: 1 hour
Where: Home studio, Lower Earley, RG6 3..
Additional info:
Complete address to be provided after booking
Minimum registration needs to be reached for the class to run. Once registered, the class will not be refunded.
In the event of cancelation by Sandy Maya's Dance, you'll get notified 2 days prior to the event and a full refund will be issued or the credit can be used for another class.
Zills intro evening session at 7pm - Monday, 26th January 2026
£15.00
Zills Introduction session £15
( 4 spaces available )
Session type: An introduction to playing finger cymbals
When: Monday, 26th January 2026 at 7pm
Duration: 1 hour 15 Minutes
Where: Hawkedon Way Home Studio in Lower Earley, RG6 3..
Additional info:
You do not require your own zills or any prior knowledge, as it is aimed at beginners.
You can borrow a pair of finger cymbals in the session
The full address will only be provided once the booking has been placed.
Wear clothing you feel comfortable moving in
Minimum registration needs to be reached for the class to run. Once registered, the class will not be refunded.
In the event of cancelation by Sandy Maya's Dance, you'll get notified 2 days prior to the event and a full refund will be issued or the credit can be used for another class.
Belly-Line-Dance session 2nd March at 1pm
£11.50
Belly-Line-Dance session
Session type: Repetitive, combo to an upbeat song for a fun cardio workout.
When: Monday, 2nd March at 1pm
Duration: 1 hour
Where: Hawkedon Way home studio in Lower Earley, RG6 3..
Additional info:
These sessions are beginner-friendly
Spaces limited to 5 participants
Full address gets provided after booking has been made
Additional info:
These sessions are beginner-friendly, this one is designed to get you back into dancing mode after the festive season break.
Belly-Line-Dance - Bastille Day themed
£12.00
Belly-Line-Dance session
( 15 spaces available )
Session type: Repetitive, combo - Bastille Day themed
When: 18th April 2026
Duration: 1 hour
Where: Maiden Place Community Centre in Lower Earley
Additional info: Beginner friendly
French themed
Performance opportunities:
17th May 2026 - Spring Showcase
12th July 2026 - Bastille Day Festival Reading
How to choreograph your own dance - Masterclass - 1,5 hours
£20.00
How to choreograph your own dance - Masterclass
( 5 spaces available )
Session type: If you mastered the bellydance moves, have performed dances you learned in class and are ready to take it to the next level by creating your own solo piece, but you do not know where to begin, then this class is for you to help you with tips to guide you through the process.
When: Monday, 9th March 2026 at 7pm
Duration: 1,5 hours
Where: Home studio, Lower Earley, RG6 3..
Additional info:
Please bring a means to take notes ( phone or old fashioned notebook ) This is a mix of listenting and analysing music as well as creating moves, so please wear something comfortable you can dance in.
Minimum registration needs to be reached for the class to run. Once registered, the class will not be refunded.
In the event of cancelation by Sandy Maya's Dance, you'll get notified 2 days prior to the event and a full refund will be issued or the credit can be used for another class.
Goddess Wings Workshop 2026
£35.00
Goddess Wings Workshop £35
( 7 spaces available )
Session type: Learn a choreography with a parasol
When: Sunday, 22nd March 2026 at 1pm
Duration: 3 hours
Where: St Peter's Church, Earley
Additional info:
Intermediate level,
requires wing handling ability. An introduction to wing handling is happening on the 19th February. Yo can sign up here
Participants need to bring their own props.
Performance opportunities:
Spring student Showcase 17th May 2026
Potential performance opportunities:
Woodley Carnival 13th June
Bastille Day Festival Reading in July 2026
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Bellydance Crashcourse for Beginners
Videos on basic moves breakdown available online to compliment your beginner course.
Videos on basic moves breakdown available online to compliment your beginner course.
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Workshop performances and private student performances.
Choreographies by Sandy Maya Matzen
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